Ingredients
- Fresh ripe tomatoes
- Olive oil
- Onion, diced
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Vegetable broth
- Fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Stir in fresh basil, salt, and pepper; add cream if desired.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or grilled cheese.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, roast the tomatoes beforehand.
- Use fresh basil for the best aroma.
- Adjust cream to taste for creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Simmering, blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg